Chapter 329 - 307 Spielberg’s Modification Plan
Savaran said earnestly, "Although I don’t know how Mr. Da Fei managed to kill so many sea monsters, in my opinion, you need specialized equipment after becoming a professional sea monster hunter. That means specialized ships and equipment. Our Fishing Guild can provide only whaling ships and specialized equipment like lower armor, harpoon cannons, barbed nets, and such. These items will all be available to Mr. Da Fei. If you have anything you need to purchase, just come to the guild."
"Wa hahaha, special equipment is open, I like this!"
Spielberg shook his head and sighed bitterly, "To be honest, I find the guild’s specialized equipment to be quite laborious to fight sea monsters. Adding lower armor certainly greatly enhances the defense of the ship’s bottom, but it slows down significantly. Forget about chasing sea monsters; without a navigator, even normal sailing would be difficult. And the barbed net is useless against powerful sea monsters. The harpoon cannon, much like a regular crossbow cannon, has no chance to act once a sea monster gets close."
Da Fei’s eyebrows twitched! This was Spielberg further pointing out the flaws in the equipment after already criticizing the guild system. How much of a cynic is this guy? Could this be his bargaining strategy?
Savaran laughed and said, "However, hunting sea monsters is not exactly the same as whaling; it’s a collaborative team effort, right? I believe that the incredible feats achieved by Mr. Da Fei couldn’t have been accomplished by just a single whaling ship, could they?"
Da Fei replied with a smile, "Exactly! By the way, Mr. Spielberg mentioned that ordinary nets are ineffective against sea monsters. Coincidentally, I obtained four C-level treasure golden spider silk from the Abyss Blood Pool. Can the guild help me process them into special fishing nets?"
Savaran was moved and said, "Golden spider silk? The legendary high-strength, high-toughness spider silk only found in the Spider Demon clan’s brood?"
Crap! Finally, he’s not acting like a novice in front of my card! But I really don’t know how this spider silk works either. Da Fei nodded, "Probably, yes."
Savaran exclaimed excitedly, "Mr. Da Fei, you must let me see it!"
Great, with those words, I believe you can definitely make something good out of it! Da Fei nodded, "Of course!"
Savaran smiled and continued, "So, there’s still the matter of these six whale horns we talked about earlier. I’ll continue with the price we agreed on, 3.6 million, I’ll purchase them all."
Spielberg finally beamed, "In that case, let’s have a pleasant collaboration!"
—Guild Information: Spielberg, the leader of the Dragon Cavalry Chamber of Commerce Fishery Group, sold six valuable materials "Narwhal Horn," increasing the Chamber’s funds by 2.7 million and its reputation by 60,000! Spielberg became the chamber’s largest shareholder.
The people on the guild channel were in an uproar!
Invincible Soldier: "Boss, this NPC is too fierce!"
One Sword Eastward: "The boss indeed knows how to employ talents!"
Harem Beauty: "Congratulations to Brother Fei for the great financial gain of the chamber!"
Da Fei laughed heartily, "Brothers, it’s not that using an NPC to manage the chamber means I don’t trust you—" Like hell, I don’t! "—but I think using NPCs to manage our chamber makes things much easier for us as players. We can handle things and play however we want, without the hassle. Once everyone builds our chamber into the world’s number one chamber, we’ll just sit back and collect the profits, wouldn’t that be delightful? What do you all say?"
Invincible Soldier: "Da Fei is absolutely right! The hardships of the early stages are for the leisure of the later stages."
One Sword Eastward: "Exactly, Brother Fei is such a high-level player, how could he waste his energy on trivial management? I’ll screenshot this and post it in the forum to shut those spray-talkers up!"
Da Fei laughed heartily, "Great! Post it and let them appreciate the style of the world’s number one chamber. By the way, how many chambers are there in the world now?"
Invincible Soldier: "None so far, but Dragon Slayer seems close. Star and Ninth Heaven are also biting hard. In any case, besides Brother Fei’s chamber taking the lead by more than ten days, the rest of the world’s chambers are all biting tight on their preparations. I believe once they all come out, it will be in waves, and competition will be fierce."
Da Fei smiled lightly, "Let them come out. Without comparison, there’s no distinction; my single chamber is lonely as snow!"
"Brother Fei is on another level!"
"In any case, let’s strive together!"
"Listen to Brother Fei!"
At this moment, Spielberg took out a bulging wallet and laughed, "President, I have handed over 2.7 million to the chamber. The remaining 900,000 is my personal income, as we agreed, half for me and half for the president."
Does he think I care about such small change? Now is the time to win people’s hearts! Why do I like NPCs? Because if he were a player, no matter how many benefits you give him, he could still betray you. But with an NPC, every bit of friendliness yields returns.
Da Fei waved his hand and laughed, "No need. You contributed by donating the Whale King Horn, and that wasn’t cheap. I won’t take this money."
Spielberg laughed, "Don’t be modest, President, I also have a share in the celebrity title."
Da Fei laughed, "Right! You are a true celebrity. The future celebrity commission missions will be significant, and I will need to rely on you. You should keep this money for development. By the way, I noticed from your earlier words that you have some thoughts on specialized equipment?"
Spielberg sighed and said with a smile, "Alright, in that case, I won’t stand on ceremony with the money. Speaking of which, I mentioned before that I had a phase of bad luck where I couldn’t catch a single whale, and I tried every possible way except for what I couldn’t afford. I deeply understand the various drawbacks of whaling in adversity and have always wanted to improve it."
Da Fei’s interest was piqued! This old guy indeed has thoughts, what does it mean to be an expert? An expert is someone who can list endless faults in their field! Sometimes, capable people are right by your side. Even if he’s just an ordinary person, I have to find a way to train him to be a capable one!
Spielberg continued, "To be honest, capturing sea monsters is quite stressful and requires careful preparation. My ship’s bottom was severely damaged coming back from the Nether Sea and needs major repairs. I’ll use this funding for an overhaul and modification."
Da Fei made up his mind and said earnestly, "A whaling ship is undoubtedly the best surface vessel to deal with sea monsters. You will be our fleet’s main force in hunting sea monsters. Modify it with the best materials. Also, if you had previous ideas or regrets, now’s the chance to modify them. If money is tight, just find me."
Spielberg was taken aback, "I’m the main force?"
Da Fei nodded, "Exactly, Mr. Savaran said it well earlier, hunting sea monsters isn’t just about a single whaling ship; it’s a team effort. So, there’s no need to modify a universal ship. Everything is for team collaboration. You have been with me on this North Sea exploration and should be familiar with our team. Just follow your idea of collaboration with the team!"
Savaran on the side laughed, "Interesting, how about this, I would also love to know how Mr. Da Fei captured so many sea monsters. Whatever craftsmen and materials Mr. Spielberg needs for the modifications, our Fishing Guild will try to provide, though you’ll have to pay for hiring craftsmen, Mr. Da Fei."
Oh wow, indeed, once you’re on my ship, it’s full cooperation! Da Fei was delighted, "Thank you, Chairman!"
Spending money is no big deal, but hiring craftsmen is extraordinary! Players wouldn’t know who the craftsmen are, even with money, there’s no way to hire them. Like when Da Fei wanted to build a Banshee Camp on the Flying, how could he have invited the Grand Mage? Don’t even mention not knowing, even if he knew, he couldn’t enter the door. With the guild mediating, it was entirely different. Perhaps a God-level craftsman would be drawn to the reputation of the Ultimate Hunter? Possible! Anything is possible!
Spielberg was also excited, "Thank you for your trust, President. Since this is the case, then please give me time, I need to design a blueprint and straighten out my ideas! Time is tight, I’ll head to the dock to talk to the ship repairman; take your time, President!"
Da Fei laughed heartily, "Alright, I’m counting on you! I’m off to pick up the goods, goodbye Mr. Savaran!"
Savaran laughed, "Goodbye!"
Now, Da Fei left the Fishing Guild, headed straight for the Teleportation Array, and transported to the ship in the Underground City of Radiance to retrieve the initial four large items, the golden spider silk. There was nothing more to say; although small, the functions of the Radiant City were complete, with consultants arranging forwarding and postal services. Then, everything that needed to be done on this side was done, it was time to head for the Dwarf Capital Moradin. There was not much time left to the competition at four in the afternoon, so I needed to hurry, whether it would work or not, I’d try first.
In a flash of white light, Da Fei transported to the Dwarf Capital Moradin.
Moradin is located in the snow-capped surrounded area in the northern Hero Continent, a gigantic open-air circular pit amidst snow-capped valleys. At the bottom of the pit, lava boiled, which is where the dwarves’ forge is located, also the residence of the Dwarf Clan’s powerful Flame Lord. Suspended in the open-air high above the pit is a glowing upper-air building, the Holy Land of the dwarves’ rune sacrifices and Thunder Lord worship. On the pit’s walls, densely packed city buildings are distributed by rank, with cross-roads and underground mine roads forming an extensive transportation network. Of course, Moradin is also the dwarves’ Creator God, and when swearing, dwarves always habitually shout, "Moradin above!"
When Da Fei appeared at the Teleportation Array in the city square of the underground city, the players around all turned their heads and looked over. Then the city channel suddenly erupted!
—"Da Fei is here!"
—"Skyshattering Thunder, Da Fei is here to seek revenge!"
Damn! I do want revenge, but who does Skyshattering Thunder think he is, worthy for me to take action? But it seems that many in this city know him? Could he really be someone special? Da Fei kept a calm face and headed straight for the Royal Palace.
Once Da Fei left, a group of bored player paparazzi followed, with some heckler yelling, "Hey, hey, Skyshattering Thunder’s blacksmith shop is in the business district, Da Fei you’re going the wrong way!"
Da Fei kept his pace, ignoring them, just then, a large group of people suddenly appeared ahead of Da Fei. Leading them was none other than Skyshattering Thunder!
Damn! Such a grand parade, trying to gang up on me, huh? (To be continued. If you like this work, please go to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please read on m.qidian.com.)